Hallertau TraditionvsHPA-016
Hallertau Tradition and HPA-016 are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarNoble
Only in HPA-016
MandarinCitrusPine
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | HPA-016 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 15.7–18.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 1.7–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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